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The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Dec. 29-Jan. 5

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From Mild to Wild, the Ultimate Guide to New Year's Events and Parties in DFW

By Eva Raggio and Madalene Garcia
Dec 27, 2021

It's been a rollercoaster of a year, and there’s no better way to celebrate 2021's exit than with an exhilarating night out in DFW.
Dreaming of a Warm Christmas: Looking Back on Dallas Holiday Weather Record-Setters

By Simone Carter
Dec 23, 2021

Christmas in Dallas is going to be warm, but another recent year was the hottest on record.
Updated: A Complete Guide to Dining in Dallas on New Year's Eve

By Felicia Lopez
Dec 20, 2021

Whether you are looking for a low-key romantic dinner with your sweetie, an adventurous prix fixe meal or live music with a Champagne toast at midnight ...
Keep Them On: Airline CEOs Question Mask Use on Planes, but Experts Disagree

By Simone Carter
Dec 17, 2021

Airline CEOs are questioning masks on planes, but experts worry it could give passengers the green light to ramp up bad behavior.
Best Foodie Finds for the Last Weekend Before Christmas

By Alyssa High
Dec 16, 2021

After sitting at home a lot the holiday season last year, this season is jam-packed with events for literally everyone. Whether you prefer to celebrate Christmas with Mexican food...
Celestial Beerworks Celebrates Fourth Annual Festivus

By Kristina Rowe
Dec 15, 2021

In 1997 on the 166th episode of Seinfeld, television viewers learned about Festivus, an alternative Christmas-season holiday celebrated by the fictional Costanza family...
U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw Praises Pope for Defending Right to say Merry Christmas

By Simone Carter
Dec 15, 2021

U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw is praising the pope, who's warned against efforts to "cancel Christmas."
12 Top Options for Christmas Dining in Dallas

By Kristina Rowe
Dec 14, 2021

We’ve entered that part of the year where the days fly by and if December 25 closing in has you wondering what you’re going to do about holiday food,
Updated: The Best Holiday Pop Ups at Dallas Restaurants and Bars

By Kristina Rowe
Dec 10, 2021

Ready or not, the Christmas spirit is happening and you’ll find seasonal spirits and food to keep things festive at several pop-ups around Dallas.
The Ultimate DFW Holiday Event Guide

By Madalene Garcia
Dec 9, 2021

‘Tis the season to find your ugliest Christmas sweater and attend the countless number of December events happening all around DFW. If you’re looking for family-friendly outings, a unique way to enjoy colorful lights or a reason to toss back a few festive cocktails, this list has you covered for...
Who’s Dreaming of a Tamale Christmas? We've Got a List of Local Options.

By Angie Quebedeaux
Dec 9, 2021

Making tamales during the holidays is an enduring tradition. And while it is a time-consuming process, often reserved for special occasions, it provides families ...
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Dec. 8-Dec. 15

By Merritt Martin
Dec 8, 2021

Take a moment away from the craze and hit up The Wild Detectives (314 W. 8th St.) 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, for the latest installment of the Inner Moonlight poetry reading series. This performance features poet, performer and podcast host Leanetta “Shug” Avery.
Ranch Eggnog and Other Bad Holiday Culinary Creations

By Alyssa High
Dec 8, 2021

We’ve been waiting all year for the festive foods that come with the holiday season. Gingerbread lattes, rum-laced eggnog, peppermint bark
An Influencer's Picks For the Best Spots in DFW For Holiday Photos

By Jessica Serna
Dec 6, 2021

For a blessed many people, the holiday season is a time of cheer, merriment, family memories and good food.
10 Best Bets at Dallas Restaurants and Bars This Weekend

By Lauren Drewes Daniels
Dec 2, 2021

Oh, so much to do yet so little time and energy. Holiday pop-ups are aplenty. Central Market is hosting a tamale-making class. The charcuterie board shop Amor y Queso ...
Have a Foodie on Your Holiday Gift List? Here's a Local Guide.

By Angie Quebedeaux
Dec 1, 2021

It’s that time of year again where we are all scrambling to find the perfect gift for those loved ones on our list. If those loved ones happen to be foodies ...
The Ultimate Cool Gift Guide for Christmas Shopping in Dallas

By Desiree Gutierrez
Nov 29, 2021

There are only a few weeks left until the so-called most wonderful time of year. It's also the time of the year where we suddenly become obsessed with our gift-giving skills — whether we bought enough or forgot someone, and whether our gifts are too extra or simply underwhelming.
Eight Ways to Support Local Breweries, Bars and Restaurants on Small Business Saturday

By Kristina Rowe
Nov 26, 2021

In Dallas, it’s easy to include bars, restaurants and breweries in your Small Business Saturday shopping. Neighborhoods like Knox Henderson ...
This Thanksgiving, Here's Some Tips for Talking to Unvaxxed Family about Getting the Jab

By Simone Carter
Nov 25, 2021

Ahead of Thanksgiving dinner, experts provide tips for encouraging holdouts to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Which Shelves Will Go Dark on Black Friday?

By Alex Gonzalez
Nov 25, 2021

This holiday season, supply chain delays and shortages are seemingly improving, according to The Wall Street Journal.